(June 11, 2009) -- When Florida residents buy a ticket to SeaWorld Orlando, the hardest choice they’ll make is which other world-class theme park they’ll visit for free.

Starting Thursday, and for a limited time only, buying a full price SeaWorld Orlando ticket online includes getting a free visit to either BuschGardens Tampa Bay or Aquatica in Orlando through the end of 2009. That means plenty of time to dive deep and fly high on Manta, SeaWorld’s all-new flying roller coaster; explore where the unexpected comes together at BuschGardens Tampa Bay or frolic in the playfulness of the sea at Aquatica, SeaWorld’s one-of-a-kind waterpark.

Or, if residents are looking to stay even closer to home in Tampa and St. Petersburg this summer, buying a BuschGardens ticket means getting a free ticket to Tampa’s water park, Adventure Island, where “Island Nights” is a music party, evening escape to the islands all summer long.

New at SeaWorld isManta, the only flying roller coaster of its kind in the world. A can’t-miss, feel-like-you’re-flying, seamless blend of up-close animal encounters with a head-first, face-down roller coaster thrill ride. But at night, SeaWorld’s AfterDark sparks the evening with all-new shows and fireworks filling the sky, and Shamu Rocks is a hot concert with SeaWorld’s biggest star.

Just across the street from SeaWorld isAquatica, where guests can go in, over and under the water with the world’s most unique water rides and animal encounters. Aquatica mixes animal experiences, waters from serene to extreme, high-speed waterslide thrills and wide, sandy beaches to create a day of non-stop Central Florida fun.

New at BuschGardens Tampa Bay isJungala, a lush jungle village where guests have the chance to connect with the natural world, coming nose-to-nose with orangutans, testing their strength against a Bengal tiger, exploring a three-story play land of climbing nets, mazes and tunnels, and soaring above the treetops on a zip line adventure. This summerBuschGardens celebrate 50 years of fun duringSummer Nights. It’s a nightly party 50 years in the making! Guests can stay late to explore Jungala, ride thrilling coasters in the dark and enjoy the street-party atmosphere with special entertainment, music and festive food and drink.

“This exclusive Florida resident offer makes a visit to our world-class theme parks more affordable than ever,” says Joe Couceiro, Busch Entertainment Corp.’s chief marketing officer. “Summer is the perfect time for families and friends to stay late and experience all the wonders and thrills of SeaWorld, BuschGardens and Aquatica. It’s never been easier for guests to make lasting memories and keep an eye on their budget.”

For those who want unlimited adventure and family excitement again and again, all year long, the parks’ Fun Card is the best value. Pay for a day and come back all year to enjoy unlimited admission and fun.

For more information on this exclusive offer or to buy tickets now, go to SeaWorldOrlando.com, BuschGardensTampaBay.com or call 1.888.800-5447.